Lucia’s Carrot Cake

Ingredients

• 4 large eggs, at room temperature
• 1 cup Joyva Tahini, divided
• 1 1/2 cups sugar
• 3/4 cup vegetable oil
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract, divided
• 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon cinnamon
• 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1 teaspoon kosher salt
• 3 cups grated carrots (from about one pound), plus extra for garnish if desired
• 1 cup chopped walnuts (optional)
• 4 ounces cream cheese, at room temperature
• 3/4 cup confectioner’s sugar
• 3 - 4 tablespoons milk